6.8GetLow score
Is the Galaxy A16 5G worth buying?
A gorgeous screen and six years of updates make this an easy budget pick.
Best bits
- O2 official specs for connectivity and core hardware.
- Live GetLow pricing makes monthly, upfront and total cost easier to compare.
- Connectivity is stated from O2's product details rather than model-name assumptions.
Watch-outs
- Colour and storage availability can change with retailer stock.
- Some published spec fields are sparse, so this page deliberately avoids unsupported claims.
- The best tariff may change as retailer feeds refresh.
2026 buyer guide
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G in 2026
A practical Galaxy A16 5G review: O2's official product listings for connectivity, camera and core hardware, plus live GetLow pricing for new contract deals.
Live price position Judge the Galaxy A16 5G by today's whole-contract price
GetLow currently checks 12 Galaxy A16 5G contract offers across 1 retailer and 1 network. The market starts at £27.83 a month, £1.00 upfront and £431.00 in total after currently stated promotional savings.
Those headline floors can come from different deals. Keep monthly price, upfront cost, data, storage, term and condition tied to one listing before deciding which offer is genuinely cheapest.
Monthly pricesFrom £27.83
Upfront pricesFrom £1.00
Total contract costFrom £431.00
Current conditionEvery current offer is listed as new.
Live model price comparison How does the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G price compare with nearby phones?
This table uses the reviewed phone plus up to four nearby alternatives by current lowest total contract cost. Monthly price, data, total cost and condition remain attached to the same cheapest-total listing for each phone.
Read each difference against the bold Galaxy A16 5G baseline. A cheaper row shows the whole-contract saving; a dearer row shows the additional amount currently needed to step up.
Build your own phone comparison Select any three phones and compare them side by side
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is selected first. Change any selector to compare it with two other current phones from Samsung, or with the wider market when fewer than three Samsung models are available.
Every price card keeps monthly cost, upfront payment, total cost, data, contract length and condition attached to the same live listing. The specification table then shows the hardware differences that may justify paying more.
In-depth review Quick verdict
A gorgeous screen and six years of updates make this an easy budget pick.
GetLow currently lists 12 live deals for this phone, including 12 from O2. The lowest live monthly price in this check is GBP 27.83/mo.
What matters Specs from O2's official product listings
The table below only includes specs published in O2's official product listings or already held in the GetLow catalogue. Where a figure is not available, this review leaves it out rather than guessing.
Data connectivity4G
ProcessorMediaTek | MT6789V/CD 2.2GHz, 2GHz
Display6.7 inch; 6.7 inch display
Resolution1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Rear camera50MP / 5MP / 2MP
Front camera13MP
RAM4GB
Storage128GB
Operating systemAndroid
Water resistanceIP54
Dimensions164.4mm x 77.9mm x 7.9mm
Weight200g
BatteryFast charging
Removable batteryNo
SIMYes
What matters Deals and availability
Live GetLow deals for the Galaxy A16 5G cover 1 network across 1 retailer. Prices, upfront costs and gifts can change as retailers refresh their feeds.
Current storage options listed on GetLow include 128GB. Current colour labels include black.
What matters Cameras, battery and connectivity
O2 lists data connectivity as 4G, rear camera as 50MP / 5MP / 2MP, and front camera as 13MP.
Battery detail is limited to published product information. O2 lists removable battery as No.
New and refurbished buying checks Protect the saving before you order
Every current offer is listed as new. A low price is only good value when the condition, storage, warranty, returns terms and battery policy suit what you expect to receive.
Use total contract cost after any stated code as the first comparison, then check data and storage on the same basis. Availability can change as retailers update stock.
- Confirm whether the selected listing is new or refurbished.
- Check the exact storage and colour before leaving GetLow.
- Read the warranty, returns and refurbished battery terms.
- Compare the total contract cost rather than monthly price alone.
Who it suits
Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G right for you?
Buy the Galaxy A16 5G if
you want the Galaxy A16 5G and care most about comparing real monthly, upfront and total contract costs before choosing.
Choose another phone if
you need a specific colour, exact storage tier or brand-new condition that is not present in the current live deals.
Colours and images
Galaxy A16 5G is available in Blue Black. Pick the colour you can live with for the full contract, not just the launch-week favourite.
Black
Black gives the Galaxy A16 5G a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Which storage should you buy?
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G storage options include 128GB. The live cards show capacities currently found in GetLow deals. Start with the smallest suitable option for lighter use, then step up if you keep lots of photos, video, games or offline apps.
128GBAvailable from £27.83/mo
Full Galaxy A16 5G specs
These are the buyer-facing specs that matter most when comparing contract deals.
| Display | 6.7 inch display, 1080 x 2340 (FHD+) |
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| Refresh rate | Up to 90Hz |
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| Chip | MediaTek | MT6789V/CD 2.2GHz, 2GHz |
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| Rear camera | 50MP |
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| Front camera | 13MP |
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| Operating system | Android |
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| Storage | 128GB |
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| Colours | Blue Black |
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| Battery | 5,000mAh battery |
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| Charging | Fast charging |
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| Size | 164.4mm x 77.9mm x 7.9mm |
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| Weight | 200g |
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| Durability | IP54 |
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| Data connectivity | 4G |
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| Lowest live monthly price | GBP 27.83 |
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| Current deal condition | new contract deals |
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| Current O2 deals | 12 |
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| Storage labels in live deals | 128GB |
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| Colour labels in live deals | black |
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Specifications come from GetLow catalogue and retailer data. Contract prices and availability are checked from current in-stock GetLow listings.
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Galaxy A16 5G FAQs
Does the Galaxy A16 5G have 5G?
O2 lists Data Connectivity as 4G for this model.
Is the Galaxy A16 5G available Like New?
GetLow currently lists new deals for this model; refurbished availability can change.
Where do the specs on this Galaxy A16 5G review come from?
Core specs are sourced from O2's official product listings, correct as of July 2026, with live prices from GetLow deal listings.
The verdict
The Galaxy A16 5G review is intentionally practical: confirmed specs, live contract details and clear condition wording. Use the comparison page when choosing a tariff, because retailer stock, gifts, upfront prices and monthly prices can move independently.
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